Creamy Keto Apricot Wraps

Ingredients
20-30 fresh apricots or peach slices
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1 lb sliced bacon
Preparation
Prepare the Apricots: Halve and remove the pit from each fresh apricot. If using peach slices, ensure they're thick enough to hold the cream cheese mixture.
Cream Cheese Mixture: Combine cream cheese, thyme, and black pepper in a small bowl. Place a spoonful of the mixture on each fresh apricot half or peach slice.
Cook Bacon: In a large skillet on medium-high heat, cook bacon for 2 minutes on each side. Do not cook until crispy.
Wrap with Bacon: Roll each apricot half or peach slice in a strip of bacon (or half strip, depending on the length). Secure with plain wooden toothpicks.
Finish Cooking: Heat skillet to medium-low. Gently place wrapped apricots or peaches in the pan and cook until the bacon is crispy, rotating if needed. Do not overcook. Serve immediately while filling is still warm.
Nutrition Facts (per appetizer)
Calories: 61
Total Fat: 4.8g
Saturated Fat: 2.0g
Cholesterol: 13mg
Sodium: 101mg
Total Carbohydrates: 1.8g
Dietary Fiber: 0.4g
Sugars: 1.3g
Protein: 2.3g
Notes:
Fresh Apricots: Fresh apricots contain fewer sugars than dried apricots, making them more keto-friendly.
Bacon and Cream Cheese: Both are low in carbohydrates and fit well within a keto diet.